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$70+ Cheap flights from Miami (MIA) to California

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MIA — LAX
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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$142
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$71
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$397

Good round-trip deal

$325 or less

Good one-way deal

$179 or less
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/77:15 amMIA - LAS
Nonstop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/132:30 pmLAS - MIA
Nonstop5h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$142
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/218:23 pmMIA - LAS
Nonstop5h 12mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/2511:22 amLAS - MIA
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$143
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:05 amMIA - BUR
1 stop9h 21mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/117:00 amBUR - MIA
1 stop8h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$145
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/167:15 amMIA - LAS
Nonstop5h 05mFrontier
Sat 8/161:03 pmLAS - MIA
1 stop19h 11mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$151
This Flybillet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flybillet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:28 pmMIA - SJC
1 stop8h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/106:00 amSJC - MIA
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$164
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:14 pmMIA - LAS
Nonstop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/1412:50 amLAS - MIA
Nonstop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$179
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:53 pmMIA - OAK
1 stop14h 45mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/56:00 amOAK - MIA
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$183
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/77:00 amMIA - SNA
1 stop15h 03mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/146:45 amSNA - MIA
1 stop9h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$194
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2510:23 amMIA - LAX
2 stops15h 21mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/111:39 pmLAX - MIA
1 stop12h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/163:00 pmMIA - LAX
1 stop9h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/2011:38 pmLAX - MIA
1 stop7h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$215
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/77:00 amMIA - SNA
1 stop7h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/1211:56 amSNA - MIA
1 stop15h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$220
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/296:35 pmMIA - SFO
Nonstop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/318:50 amSFO - MIA
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$229

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Miami to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Miami to California that are best for you.

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

MiamiLas Vegas

MIA - LAS

MIALAS

Miami

Thu 8/7

7:15 am-9:20 am

Nonstop5h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 8/13

2:30 pm-10:32 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

$142

MiamiLas Vegas

MIA - LAS

MIALAS

Miami

Thu 8/21

8:23 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/25

11:22 am-7:23 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

$143

MiamiBurbank

MIA - BUR

MIABUR

Miami

Thu 9/4

6:05 am-12:26 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 9/11

7:00 am-6:48 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$145

MiamiLas Vegas

MIA - LAS

MIALAS

Miami

Sat 8/16

7:15 am-9:20 am

Nonstop5h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 8/16

1:03 pm-11:14 am

1 stop19h 11m

$151

MiamiSan Jose

MIA - SJC

MIASJC

Miami

Thu 9/4

6:28 pm-12:24 am

1 stop8h 56m

San Jose

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-6:48 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$164

MiamiOakland

MIA - OAK

MIAOAK

Miami

Wed 9/3

7:53 pm-7:38 am

1 stop14h 45m

Oakland

Fri 9/5

6:00 am-6:48 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$183

MiamiSanta Ana

MIA - SNA

MIASNA

Miami

Thu 8/7

7:00 am-7:03 pm

1 stop15h 03m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/14

6:45 am-7:23 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$194

MiamiLos Angeles

MIA - LAX

MIALAX

Miami

Mon 8/25

10:23 am-10:44 pm

2 stops15h 21m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/1

11:39 pm-2:49 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$214

MiamiLos Angeles

MIA - LAX

MIALAX

Miami

Sat 8/16

3:00 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop9h 36m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/20

11:38 pm-10:14 am

1 stop7h 36m

$215

MiamiSanta Ana

MIA - SNA

MIASNA

Miami

Thu 8/7

7:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop7h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/12

11:56 am-6:30 am

1 stop15h 34m

$220

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Best time to book a flight from Miami to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Miami to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Miami to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Miami to California (average of $246). Flying from Miami to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MIA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Miami to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

When flying from Miami to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Miami to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Miami to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

The most flights from MIA to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (62 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (40 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Miami to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Miami to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Miami to California Travel Guide

With architectural wonders, terrain that ranges from rocky deserts to thick green forests, theme parks and all kinds of fun attractions, California is one state that has it all. You could see the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, take a road trip down the beautiful Pacific Coast Highway to the Hollywood Sign, and then spend your last few days relaxing at the beach in San Diego. There's also the option to stay in one city and see all it has to offer. Direct flights from Miami to California are available every day, and many flights are under six hours.

There aren't many places that can match Miami's amazing weather, but Southern California is one of them. Los Angeles and San Diego, in particular, have excellent beaches and exciting nightlife with many highly rated restaurants and clubs. If you're looking for relaxation, Palm Springs is just two hours east of Los Angeles. Northern California is a bit cooler but has just as much to see, from the parks in San Francisco to the vineyards near Santa Rosa.

Take a trip to California and see why it's such a popular place for vacations. Try our smart search engine to check out the cheap flights from Miami to California.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Miami to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Miami to California ?

    Flight time varies depending on which airport you land at, but most direct flights from Miami to California take between five-and-a-half and six-and-a-half hours. Indirect flights can take several hours longer.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Miami to California ?

    American Airlines, Delta, Eastern Air Lines and United operate flights from Miami to California. American Airlines and its regional affiliate, American Eagle, have the largest selection of California destinations available from Miami.

  • How frequent are flights between Miami and California ?

    Miami to California is one of the busier routes so there are plenty of flights available. Dozens of direct flights travel from Miami to California every day, although certain destinations get far more air traffic than others.

  • Which airports serve Miami to California?

    Miami International Airport serves Miami. California has quite a few major airports, with Los Angeles International Airport being the busiest, followed by San Francisco International Airport. Other cities with large international airports include San Diego, Oakland, San Jose, Santa Ana and Sacramento.

  • Which direct flight route between Miami and California is cheapest?

    Miami to Los Angeles is the busiest direct route and often has the cheapest flights available, but there are also great deals on other flight routes. For trips to California, it's better to pick a destination first, and then look for flight deals to that specific destination.

  • Is there an alternative sustainable means of getting to California from Miami?

    The journey from Miami to California is approximately 2968 mi long. Flights offer one of the most sustainable means of traveling from Miami to California because they utilize the shortest route to ferry many passengers in one trip. This promotes the economical use of fuel for the trip. You can also opt to use trains for this journey. However, their sustainability is compromised because there are no direct trips from the origin to the destination. One will encounter about three changes along the way.

  • What can travelers consider to minimize their carbon footprint when traveling from Miami to California?

    If you are a passenger flying from Miami to California, consider booking an airline with zero stopovers. Airlines that have one or more stopovers along the way consume about 23% more fuel than those with no stopovers. This is because they follow longer routes and involve several landings and take-offs. Therefore, you can book direct flights from Miami to California to reduce your carbon footprint.

  • What information is vital in identifying a sustainable airport for my trip from Miami to California?

    A piece of information that can guide you in identifying a sustainable airport is its plastic use policy. Plastics are considered a major cause of environmental degradation since they are non-biodegradable. As a result, airports have continually enacted measures that minimize their use, especially for food servings. An airport having a plastic-use policy is sustainable since it guides and regulates the use of plastics, such as in food vending stations. This ensures they are recycled or reused once a user is done with them. Therefore, plastic use policies for airports are critical for those looking to identify a sustainable airport for their trip.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Miami to California?

    Miami (MIA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Miami to California. It is only a 6.1 mi journey to Miami (MIA) from Miami’s city center.

  • How popular is this Miami to California flight route?

    Flights from Miami to California have been viewed 101 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Miami to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $71. Users have also found prices from $75 and $99 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Miami to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Miami to California consider Miami - Los Angeles, Miami - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Miami - San Francisco as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Miami to California?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Miami to California are Japan Airlines (84%), Royal Air Maroc (81%) and China Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Miami to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Miami to California? While on average our users pay $1,680, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $183. The most popular route (Miami - Los Angeles), is priced around $150.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Miami to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Miami to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Miami to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Miami to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Miami to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Miami to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Miami to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Miami to California (average of $246). Flying from Miami to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Miami to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Miami to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$99Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$116Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$124Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$237Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

Helpful tips for your next trip to California

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to California. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • Spirit Airlines is one of the airlines you can board when flying from Miami to California. The airline is a sustainable option thanks to its passenger education program where you are informed about eco-tourism before boarding.
  • Miami is at the forefront of promoting sustainability by implementing policies to have carbon neutrality by 2050. As a result, it closely monitors carbon emissions from airports operating in the city to ensure they stay within the set limits.
  • When you have a flight to catch from Miami to California, you will board your plane at Miami International Airport (MIA). One of the sustainable practices to note at the airport is its ability to process waste and channel non-biodegradables for recycling and reuse.

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